Best 100 miles in the state

Cycling is fun! Woke up at 3:30 (Thank you, devoted husband) for a trip out to Western Mass for a wonderful ride through 90 miles of ups, downs, and turns though the lush green Berkshires. Bonus 6 miles of flat on a scenic and smooth bike trail and 3 miles along a busy highway (blahh but I guess that's the only way back to the car).

Highlights were:

Meeting John, Ryan, and Peter. Two local riders and visiting brother who were kind enough to let me tag along with their group and even wait up at the top of the hills. Good pacing and fellowship.

Smooth pavement on Mount Greylock. Wow!!!! This is really a dream come true. Anyone game to head out and climb up the steep side later this year.

Reaching the bottom of the descent off Greylock and shaking out the wrists. Considering my recent crash and the weather (raining almost the entire ride), caution was in order coming down Greylock. The road is pretty steep and has quite a few tight turns. Pretty sure I've never spent so much time on the brakes before.

Realizing my shoulder was holding up after the descent and a few short sections out of the saddle. I may be ready for sprinting next weekend.

Sights:

Green, green, green sections of road on route 2 and countryside.
Cow crossing
wedding on a cloudy day
emu
sheep
campground by river
foggy top of Greylock
tub of fruit salad and homemade cookies at the feed stops